As of 7/1/23, the entry level salary is $53,248.00. Top Base Pay after 16 years of service is $83,096.00. Click the link below to see the full salary schedule through June 30, 2025.
Hagerstown Police Department Officers enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes:
$1,000 Bilingual Bonus
$300 to $500 monthly housing allowance for city residents, depending on location
Up to 10 days annual vacation
13 paid holidays and 24 hours of personal leave
Comprehensive major medical and dental plans
Optional vision and disability plans
Life insurance equivalent to one year salary for beneficiary
12 paid sick days earned per year
25 year retirement
Numerous opportunities for overtime, including overtime for court appearances
State of the art equipment
Take home car program
Laterals - Up to $20,000 Hiring Bonus
Lateral transfers of Police Officers from other police organizations who are certified by the State of Maryland or from other states that are recognized by the Maryland Training Commission as having a comparable entrance level academy may be given credit for years of service performed as a certified police officer based on actual police experience and environment.